Meditation in Motion and Yoga Nidra (In-Person)
Sunday, September 25th, 2022
10:00am-1:00pm ET
*At Yoga Element: 5090 Market Street, Youngstown, OH, United States, Ohio
Jamie will guide participants through a meditative asana practice, some seated meditation, a full length Yoga Nidra practice AND she’ll facilitate a question/ answer discussion so you’ll have the opportunity to really dig deep and ask those questions.
This workshop is for you if:
You’re curious about meditation but have no experience.
You’ve tried meditation in the past but couldn’t get yourself to commit to the practice.
You already have a meditation practice and you’d like to deepen your practice.
You have questions about meditation and you’d love the opportunity to ask them in a non-judgmental, encouraging space.
You’re a yoga teacher or therapist and you’d like to offer meditation in your work.
Register Here!
Sunday, September 25th, 2022
10:00am-1:00pm ET
*At Yoga Element: 5090 Market Street, Youngstown, OH, United States, Ohio
Jamie will guide participants through a meditative asana practice, some seated meditation, a full length Yoga Nidra practice AND she’ll facilitate a question/ answer discussion so you’ll have the opportunity to really dig deep and ask those questions.
This workshop is for you if:
You’re curious about meditation but have no experience.
You’ve tried meditation in the past but couldn’t get yourself to commit to the practice.
You already have a meditation practice and you’d like to deepen your practice.
You have questions about meditation and you’d love the opportunity to ask them in a non-judgmental, encouraging space.
You’re a yoga teacher or therapist and you’d like to offer meditation in your work.
Register Here!
Life: The Path of Meditation (ONLINE)
Saturday January 7th, 2023
9:00am-4:30pm ET
*Optional Dancing Mindfulness Experience 7:00pm-9:00pm
Many seekers and people who serve others (e.g., therapists, teachers, artists) ask questions of this nature. In this day retreat and continuing education program, Dr. Jamie Marich and Irene Rodriguez will help you realize that you and the people you serve have been meditating all along! They incorporate numerous teachings from their respective yoga trainings within traditions that emphasize life as the path of engagement, in addition to their experiences with building the Dancing Mindfulness approach to expressive arts therapy. This program is practical in nature and provides you with numerous ideas for making meditation a lifestyle, which will allow you to adaptably transfer these ideas to the people that you serve in the most trauma-informed manner possible. In the true spirit of expressive arts, Jamie and Irene will guide you through movement, visual arts, music, writing, and visualization practices while challenging you to consider all of the areas of your daily life where meditation naturally happens.
Register Here!
Saturday January 7th, 2023
9:00am-4:30pm ET
*Optional Dancing Mindfulness Experience 7:00pm-9:00pm
Many seekers and people who serve others (e.g., therapists, teachers, artists) ask questions of this nature. In this day retreat and continuing education program, Dr. Jamie Marich and Irene Rodriguez will help you realize that you and the people you serve have been meditating all along! They incorporate numerous teachings from their respective yoga trainings within traditions that emphasize life as the path of engagement, in addition to their experiences with building the Dancing Mindfulness approach to expressive arts therapy. This program is practical in nature and provides you with numerous ideas for making meditation a lifestyle, which will allow you to adaptably transfer these ideas to the people that you serve in the most trauma-informed manner possible. In the true spirit of expressive arts, Jamie and Irene will guide you through movement, visual arts, music, writing, and visualization practices while challenging you to consider all of the areas of your daily life where meditation naturally happens.
Register Here!
A Monk in the World: A Day of Contemplation, Creativity, and Connection
Saturday March 11th, 2023
9:00am-4:30pm ET
Community is a foundational principle of Abbey of the Arts and contemplative spirituality. We cultivate soul friendships and mentors when we support each other in our online programs, retreat discussion forums, and Facebook groups. Now, we are pleased to announce our first in-person and hybrid community event since the start of the pandemic.
Led by Wisdom Council members Jamie Marich and Simon de Voil, and Abbey Assistant and Yoga Teacher Melinda Thomas, this day-long retreat is a time to connect in person or online with your fellow monks and artists. Our time together will include contemplative prayer, creative expression, journaling, gentle yoga, body prayer, music, and opportunities to build community in large and small groups. Christine will join us via Zoom from Ireland for a midday meditation.
Join us, meet other dancing monks, and foster new relationships that will offer guidance and wisdom for the journey.
We request that all guests attending be vaccinated or be willing to wear a mask and social distance. Depending on the rate of community transmission at the time of the gathering, additional safety measures may be employed including proof of a negative COVID test prior to attending the retreat.
Location:Unitarian Universalist Church of Akron, 3300 Morewood Rd Fairlawn, Oh 44333.
Your registration includes:
Participants are responsible for transportation, lodging, and meals. The venue is located in Fairlawn, OH and is within walking distance of multiple hotels and restaurants. Akron, OH is the closest airport. Hotel and travel details will be provided in a confirmation email that is automatically sent after registration. Please check your spam folder or email Melinda if it doesn’t arrive as it contains essential information.
We require all in-person participants to review and sign the Terms and Conditions after registration. You can preview them here before making payment.
Online Option:We are offering an online option for those who are not able or prefer not to travel. The gathering will be streamed via Zoom. This event will be recorded and made available 48-72 hours after the program. An email notification will be sent when it is available for viewing.
Register Here!
Saturday March 11th, 2023
9:00am-4:30pm ET
Community is a foundational principle of Abbey of the Arts and contemplative spirituality. We cultivate soul friendships and mentors when we support each other in our online programs, retreat discussion forums, and Facebook groups. Now, we are pleased to announce our first in-person and hybrid community event since the start of the pandemic.
Led by Wisdom Council members Jamie Marich and Simon de Voil, and Abbey Assistant and Yoga Teacher Melinda Thomas, this day-long retreat is a time to connect in person or online with your fellow monks and artists. Our time together will include contemplative prayer, creative expression, journaling, gentle yoga, body prayer, music, and opportunities to build community in large and small groups. Christine will join us via Zoom from Ireland for a midday meditation.
Join us, meet other dancing monks, and foster new relationships that will offer guidance and wisdom for the journey.
We request that all guests attending be vaccinated or be willing to wear a mask and social distance. Depending on the rate of community transmission at the time of the gathering, additional safety measures may be employed including proof of a negative COVID test prior to attending the retreat.
Location:Unitarian Universalist Church of Akron, 3300 Morewood Rd Fairlawn, Oh 44333.
Your registration includes:
- Activities for the day
- Coffee/Tea Service
- Materials for creative expression
Participants are responsible for transportation, lodging, and meals. The venue is located in Fairlawn, OH and is within walking distance of multiple hotels and restaurants. Akron, OH is the closest airport. Hotel and travel details will be provided in a confirmation email that is automatically sent after registration. Please check your spam folder or email Melinda if it doesn’t arrive as it contains essential information.
We require all in-person participants to review and sign the Terms and Conditions after registration. You can preview them here before making payment.
Online Option:We are offering an online option for those who are not able or prefer not to travel. The gathering will be streamed via Zoom. This event will be recorded and made available 48-72 hours after the program. An email notification will be sent when it is available for viewing.
Register Here!
10th Annual Dancing Mindfulness Facilitators and Friends Retreat
Friday April 28th, 2023- Sunday April 30th, 2023
*More Information and Registration Coming Soon*
Keep checking back for updates on upcoming special events!
For Dr. Jamie's full professional training schedule, click HERE.
Friday April 28th, 2023- Sunday April 30th, 2023
*More Information and Registration Coming Soon*
Keep checking back for updates on upcoming special events!
For Dr. Jamie's full professional training schedule, click HERE.